Life Skills Coaching in London, Ontario

Age Group: 18–25+

Our London, Ontario-based life skills program is designed to support young adults in building the confidence and independence they need to thrive in everyday life. Sessions are collaborative, paced according to each person’s comfort and readiness, and guided by self-identified goals—whether mastering daily routines or preparing for major life transitions.

Our 1:1 life skills coaching focuses on practical, real-world abilities using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. Whether the goal is managing a schedule, preparing meals, navigating public transit, or developing job readiness, we ensure learning is person-directed, paced appropriately, and grounded in trust.

Support is available in home, clinic, and community-based settings throughout London, ensuring skills are practiced where they are most relevant. We help young adults build the tools they need for greater independence, autonomy, and confidence—while always respecting their unique preferences and personal goals.

Skills We Support Include:

Time management and building independence
Grocery shopping, meal preparation, basic cooking, and kitchen safety
Money management: budgeting, using debit cards/cash, shopping
Personal hygiene and self-care routines
Communication and self-advocacy
Transit navigation and community safety
Employment readiness: resume writing, interview skills, workplace communication
Personal health and emotional regulation/coping skills
Personal and sexual health: body changes, consent, safety, relationships, reproductive basics
Goal setting and planning

Frequently Asked Questions

Life Skills Development Class

Supporting individuals of all ages navigating autism, ADHD, developmental or intellectual disabilities, and mental health needs.

A 6 week small-group life skills program blends in-class learning with 6 core lessons for participants, while parents access online modules.

Social Skills & Friendships
Exploring Emotions
Time Management
Healthy Relationships & Consent
Routines & Job Readiness
Independence & Self-Advocacy

Friday October 10th
4:00 - 7:00 pm (Ages 16-25)

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Email: admin@talktherapyservices.ca
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Life Skills Coaching (Ages 18–25+)

Our Life Skills Coaching program is designed to help young adults strengthen the practical abilities they need to live with greater independence, confidence, and autonomy. Each session is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to the individual’s own pace, preferences, and goals — whether that means mastering small daily routines or preparing for larger life transitions.

Support is available across a variety of settings — at home, in the clinic, or out in the community — ensuring that skills are practiced where they matter most.

Educational Framework

This pathway is ideal for young adults and families who want flexible, educational support that builds confidence without clinical documentation.

Oversight provided by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).
Sessions are collaborative, paced according to comfort, and always guided by self-identified goals.
Focuses on practical, real-world skills such as:
- Daily routines and organization
- Meal preparation
- Navigating public transit
- Budgeting and money management
- Exploring employment opportunities
- Health education and consent (taught as information and tools, not as treatment)
Trauma-informed and strengths-based approach ensures learning is person-directed and respectful.

Disclaimer: Sessions are educational and skills-based. They are not psychotherapy, ABA therapy, or a replacement for clinical or medical care.

Clinical Framework (ABA-Based Services)

For families seeking a more structured approach, our ABA Clinical Framework provides individualized support under BCBA supervision.

Includes an initial assessment to identify current strengths, preferences, and goals.
An individualized skills plan is created, with measurable steps for progress.
Direct coaching is provided by trained staff such as Registered Behaviour Technicians (RBTs), under BCBA supervision.
Coaching targets practical abilities like:
- Daily routines and self-care
- Cooking and meal planning
- Transportation and travel training
- Budgeting and financial literacy
- Employment readiness and workplace skills
Sessions are delivered at home, in the clinic, or in community settings to support skill generalization.
Program follows CPBAO standards of practice, is trauma-informed, and emphasizes personal choice, dignity, and independence.